The strength of InDesign's layout and design capabilities already make it a top choice among professionals. But even experienced users will be amazed by the visual and text effects that are possible entirely within InDesign. Using step-by-step instructions and engaging examples, expert author Ted LoCascio shows you dozens of breathtaking effects that you can make a vital part of your everyday work, including:

Making images pop out of their frames

Creating 3D looks like spheres, shadows, and text wraps

Designing cool effects with transparency and blending modes

Using Feather to add highlights and shadows to InDesign illustrations

Creating and applying custom gradients—even within text!

Adding glow effects to editable text

Jazzing up mundane layout elements such as sidebar heads and bursts

Skewing type on a path

And much more!

Includes Coverage of Effects Newly Possible With CS2

These stunning, easy-to-achieve effects will help users of every level tap the full creative potential of InDesign.

Visit this book's companion website (www.wiley.com/go/indesignfx) to download all the materials you'll need to complete the book's projects.